Metro Travel Guide

City City in Lampung, Indonesia

Metro sits among Lampung’s agricultural plains; travelers use it as a base for tea and coffee plantations, nearby Bukit Barisan foothills, traditional markets and Malay cuisine stalls.

Costs

$20-$30 USD typical daily budget

Cheap meals, modest hotels; motorbike taxis common.

Safety

Generally safe, petty theft possible

Low violent crime; use usual precautions at night.

Best Time

May-September (dry season)

Dry months bring cooler, more comfortable weather.

In This Guide

Why Visit
Best Things to Do
Bucket List
Best Time to Visit
How to Get There
How to Get Around
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Local Time

12:08 PM

GMT+7

Weather

88°F

Partly Cloudy

Population

178,381

Infrastructure & Convenience

Local angkot/buses limited; easy to get around by ojeks.

Popularity

Known mainly to Indonesians, not international tourists.

Known For

university campuses, parks, Lampung culture, local markets, agriculture, planned-city layout, riverbanks, nearby beaches, traditional crafts, education centers

Metro is one of the few cities in Indonesia actually named 'Metro'.

Why Visit Metro? #

Designed as an orderly provincial hub, Metro appeals to travelers looking for a calm, green alternative to crowded cities. Tree-lined boulevards and parks give the town a pleasant pace, local Lampung traditions such as the siger headdress appear at cultural events, and cuisine like seruit (spiced grilled fish) introduces regional flavors. It’s also a practical base for visiting nearby waterfalls, coffee plantations and rural villages in South Lampung.

Best Things to Do in Metro

Metro Bucket List

Don't Miss

Taman Merdeka (Metro city square) - Central square hosting community events, markets, and a pleasant place to people-watch.
Alun-alun Metro (municipal park) - Popular green space with playgrounds, evening food stalls, and local weekend gatherings.
Masjid Agung Metro - Large city mosque featuring modern architecture and regular community religious activities.

Hidden Gems

Local morning markets - Bustling early markets selling fresh produce, spices, and traditional Lampung snacks.
Museum Metro Lampung - Small municipal museum documenting local history, traditional crafts, and Lampung cultural displays.
Rural coffee plantations nearby - Visit family-run plantations to learn coffee processing and taste fresh roasted beans.

Day Trips

Way Kambas National Park - Day trip to Lampung's elephant sanctuary for guided tours and wildlife encounters.
Mount Pesagi - Hike Mount Pesagi for panoramic highland views and a refreshing mountain atmosphere.

Best Time to Visit Metro #

Metro (Lampung) has a tropical climate with a pronounced wet season. Visit during the cooler dry months for the most comfortable outdoor conditions; expect heavy rains and travel disruption during the monsoon.

Hot Season

March - May · 24-33°C (75-91°F)

Hottest months before monsoon - muggy, sweaty and uncomfortable for heavy walking; good for early-morning beaches but avoid midday heat and strong sun.

Wet Season

November - April · 23-31°C (73-88°F)

Daily heavy rains, flooded streets and interrupted ferries are common; travel slower, enjoy rainforest humidity and cheaper hotel rates if you're flexible.

Cooler Dry Season

May - September · 22-30°C (72-86°F)

Drier, breezier and more comfortable for exploring; mornings are pleasant, afternoons warm but tolerable - best time for outdoor trips and city wandering.

Best Time to Visit Metro #

Climate

Metro's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2267 mm/year), wettest in January.

Best Time to Visit

AugustSeptemberJuly

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

39°

Warmest Month

19°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (337 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

23° – 30°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

337 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

12.3h daylight

February

February is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (294 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

23° – 30°

89%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

294 mm

Rainfall

1.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

12.2h daylight

March

March is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (257 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

23° – 30°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

257 mm

Rainfall

1.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.4

UV Index

Extreme

12.0h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (213 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

31°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

23° – 31°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

213 mm

Rainfall

1.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

11.9h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (147 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

31°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

23° – 31°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

147 mm

Rainfall

1.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.9

UV Index

Very High

11.8h daylight

June

June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (137 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

22° – 31°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

137 mm

Rainfall

1.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.7

UV Index

Very High

11.7h daylight

July

July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 31°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

84 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

11.7h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

22° – 31°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

87 mm

Rainfall

1.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.0

UV Index

Extreme

11.8h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 29°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

29°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

22° – 32°

73%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

91 mm

Rainfall

1.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

12.0h daylight

October

October is the hottest month, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

30°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

22° – 32°

74%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

132 mm

Rainfall

1.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

12.1h daylight

November

November is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (192 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

30°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

23° – 31°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

192 mm

Rainfall

1.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

12.3h daylight

December

December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (296 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

23° – 31°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

296 mm

Rainfall

1.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

12.3h daylight

How to Get to Metro

Metro (Lampung) is reached primarily by road from Bandar Lampung's Radin Inten II (TKG) airport or via intercity bus links into Lampung province. Local angkot, motorbike taxi and car transfers are the most practical ways to move around once you arrive.

By Air

Radin Inten II Airport (TKG): Bandar Lampung’s Radin Inten II (TKG) is the closest commercial airport to Metro (Lampung). By road the journey to Metro city centre typically takes around 45-75 minutes depending on traffic; taxis or airport transfer cars usually cost IDR 150,000-350,000.

Soekarno-Hatta (CGK): For more international options fly into Jakarta (CGK) and continue by a domestic flight to TKG or by long‑distance bus/overland transport to Lampung, which is much longer and involves ferry crossings.

By Train & Bus

Train: There is no direct intercity passenger rail service to Metro; Java’s main intercity rail lines do not extend into southern Lampung in a way that serves the town.

Bus: Long‑distance buses and shuttle services connect Metro to Bandar Lampung (Terminal Rajabasa) and other Lampung towns. Local microbuses (angkot) and intercity buses run frequent short routes; fares are low (typically IDR 5,000-30,000 for local journeys).

How to Get Around Metro #

Metro (Lampung) is a compact city where short trips are usually walkable in the centre. Local transport includes angkot (shared minibuses), ojek (motorcycle taxis) and city buses for longer routes. Fares are low - typically a few thousand rupiah for short angkot/ojek rides. Availability of app-based services like Gojek or Grab can vary by area, so check locally.

Where to Stay in Metro #

Budget

Mid-Range

Luxury

Where to Eat in Metro #

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Metro's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Pizza

Burger

Noodle

Indonesian

Ramen

Chicken

Seafood

Japanese

Nightlife in Metro #

Nightlife in Metro is limited and mostly low-key: cafés, warungs and the occasional live-music spot or karaoke venue. Evenings tend to be family-friendly and neighbourhood-focused rather than late-night clubbing. Expect most places to close earlier than in major Indonesian cities.

Shopping in Metro #

Shopping revolves around the central pasar (public market) and small retail streets where you can buy fresh produce, textiles and household goods. There are also independent shops and small malls for everyday items. For specialty products you’ll usually need to visit larger cities in Lampung province.